Speeches and presentations

How and Why Lilia?

Learn how an American with no Russian ancestry would come to write a book about one of the greatest female heroes of World War II, teenage Moscow pilot, Lilia Litvyak, who story has been lost in time for almost 70 years. Before perishing at the age of 21 Lilia, the world’s first female fighter pilot, set records for successful missions and solo kills that still stand today. This presentation includes a detailed discussion of the process used by the critically-acclaimed author and popular activist to gather the support and cooperation of hundreds of ordinary Russians and government officials. Includes many never before seen visuals and videos.